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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hal say most of the fraternity brothers in college did not respect him?

2. Where does Madge work?

3. What type of job does Alan say he can get for Hal?

4. Of whom does Flo strongly disapprove?

5. Who is Madge's boyfriend?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Hal enter the scene to talk to Madge?

2. How does the author use the technique of foreshadowing in Act 2?

3. How does Howard evade the marriage question at least temporarily?

4. What does Madge dream of when she hears the train whistle in the distance?

5. How has the foreshadowing of the train come full circle for Madge by the end of the play?

6. What does Millie tell Madge about her afternoon with Hal?

7. What is the source of the sibling rivalry between Madge and Millie?

8. How does Alan know that he no longer has a chance for a relationship with Madge?

9. What is the setting of Act 3, Scene 2?

10. Why is Rosemary in a flurry of activity this morning?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Inge uses more than one iteration on the theme of beauty. Identify at least two themes about beauty in the play. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

The role of the family is an important element in this story. Cite three examples noting the role of the family in general. Then cite three examples that showcase characteristics of a family in America during the post-World War II era.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

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